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86. BAD LUCK
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2025-01-01 12:03:19I can't believe this is happening to me! Of all the jobs in the world, it just had to end up where Luis was! I fix my blouse as best I can and tuck it into my skirt. The elevator door opened, and there I was, face to face with my boss, who was looking at me with wide eyes, evidently surprised by my appearance. I tried to hide my discomfort and annoyance at the situation.
Without warning, my boss grabs my hand and pulls me out of the elevator, whisking me to his office. My heart was pounding, wondering what he would think of me seeing me in this state. "What happened to you, Isabella? Who did that to your face?" my boss asks, visibly worried. I tried to hide my discomfort and nervousness, responding with feigned indifference. "Eh? What do you mean? It's just a small accident, no big deal." But I knew I couldn't fool him. Shame filled me, and I felt vulnerable and exposed before his scrutinizing gaze. I didn't want him to
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